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Hewitt, a U.S. Open and Wimbledon singles
champion, officially retired from top-level tennis after his
home grand slam in 2016, where he also played doubles with
Groth. He did, however, play doubles during the Davis Cup and
Wimbledon last year.
"It's going to be a bit of fun. That's what the Australian Open
is about," Hewitt told News Corp Australia on Friday.
"I'm going to really enjoy it. We've been hitting a lot of
balls, hitting every day, and we're not just going out there
making up the numbers.
"We want to give it a fair crack."
Groth, who is retiring after the season-opening grand slam and
is hoping for a wildcard for the singles draw, will also play
mixed doubles with Sam Stosur.
"Its something Lleyton and I have talked about and it's perfect
for me," Groth said.
"I was there when Rusty retired in 2016 and its great that he'll
be there with me when I bow out. He's not just someone I know
through tennis, he's a great mate."
(Reporting by Greg Stutchbury in Wellington; Editing by Toby
Davis)
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